December weather forecast
Handsom, VA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Handsom, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). In Handsom, an average nighttime temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Handsom is 79%.

Rainfall

In Handsom, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Handsom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.1 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Handsom. In Handsom, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Handsom, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.9 days and aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Handsom.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Handsom, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Handsom, Virginia. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Handsom?

The high-temperature, in December, in Handsom, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.6°F (3.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Handsom?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Handsom?

In December, in Handsom, Virginia, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Handsom in December?

In Handsom, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Handsom?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Handsom?

In Handsom, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Handsom?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Handsom have in December?

In Handsom, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Handsom?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Handsom.

What is the UV index reading in December in Handsom?

In Handsom, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Handsom, VA

Average temperature in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Handsom, VA

Average pressure in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Handsom, VA

Average wind speed in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Handsom, VA

Average humidity in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Handsom, VA

Average rainfall in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Handsom, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Handsom, VA

Average snowfall in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Handsom, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Handsom, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Handsom, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Handsom, VA

Average UV index in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Handsom, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Handsom, VA

Average visibility in December - Handsom, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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